Thornleigh Guest House

Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Thornleigh Guest House (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website www.thornleighguesthouse.co.uk.

This policy is designed to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

By using our website, you will be asked to consent to the use of non-essential cookies in accordance with this policy.

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and collect information about how visitors use the site.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
  • Persistent cookies (stored for a set period or until deleted)

We use the following categories of cookies:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation and security of our website. Without them, the website cannot function properly.

Examples include:

  • Page navigation and access to secure areas
  • Load balancing and security features

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (consent not required)

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting aggregated, anonymous data.

Examples include:

  • Pages visited and time spent on site
  • Error messages and performance data

We may use services such as:

  • Google Analytics (or equivalent tools)

Legal basis: Consent

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember your choices and preferences to provide enhanced functionality.

Examples include:

  • Remembering your preferences
  • Retaining form inputs

Legal basis: Consent

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by third-party services that appear on our website or support its functionality.

These may include:

  • Online booking systems
  • Payment providers
  • Embedded content (e.g., maps or widgets)

These third parties are responsible for their own cookies and data practices.

Below is an example of the types of cookies that may be used on our website:

Cookie NamePurposeTypeDuration
session_idMaintains user sessionNecessarySession
_gaDistinguishes users (Google Analytics)AnalyticsUp to 2 years
_gidTracks user behaviour (Google Analytics)Analytics24 hours

Note: This table should be updated to reflect the actual cookies used on your website.

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customise your cookie preferences

We will not place non-essential cookies on your device unless you have given clear consent.

You may withdraw or change your consent at any time via:

  • The cookie settings link on our website, or
  • Your browser settings

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies

Useful Resources

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Some cookies may process personal data (such as IP addresses or device identifiers).
For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or how we use cookies.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:

Thornleigh Guest House
Thornleigh Guest House, Thornbarrow Rd, Windermere - LA23 2EW
Email: [email protected]

If you are not satisfied with how we use cookies or handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Website: https://www.ico.org.uk
Helpline: 0303 123 1113

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